Warehouse Associate

About the Role

Join the Carolina Cat Team as a motivated Warehouse Associate. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Receiving Materials: Unload shipments, verify contents against invoices, inspect for damage, and complete Goods Receipt transactions in SAP.
• Storing Materials: Organize and label inventory in designated storage locations; maintain proper documentation of item placement.
• Inventory Management: Perform routine cycle counts, maintain accurate inventory records, and assist with internal and external audits.
• Material Distribution: Pick and stage materials for production or shipment. Deliver items to proper departments and communicate delivery completion.
• Shipping & Packing: Package finished goods, generate shipping labels and documentation, and assist with outbound shipment coordination.
• Operating Equipment: Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks. Perform daily equipment safety checks and report issues.
• Cleanliness & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area. Follow all safety protocols and report unsafe conditions.
• Additional Duties:
• Issue purchase orders and assist with tracking inbound shipments.
• Collaborate with internal departments including sales, service, and operations.
• Support process improvement initiatives such as 5S and lean practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Skills:
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office and inventory systems).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Workplace Requirements:
• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to sit.
• Must frequently lift, carry, push, pull, and/or otherwise move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• May be exposed to moving mechanical parts and equipment, high/precarious places, fumes/airborne particles, outside weather conditions, vibration, wet/humid conditions, toxic/caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock.
• Noise level in some work environments can be loud.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience:
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience within the construction industry is preferred.
• People eager to get into the heavy equipment industry are highly preferred.
• Warehouse, parts knowledge, and inventory experience is a plus.
• Previous experience with SAP or other warehouse management systems preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Forklift Certification preferred.